Yellowback Damsel Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Yellowback Damsel in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 30 gallons (114 liters)
• Compatibility: Can be kept with other semi-aggressive fish of similar size. Avoid keeping with very small or timid species. Best kept singly or in a very large tank with multiple individuals introduced simultaneously to reduce aggression.
• Special requirements: Requires plenty of rockwork for hiding and establishing territories. A well-established aquarium with stable water parameters is crucial. May become territorial, especially as it matures.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-78°F (22-26°C)

pH level

8.1-8.4

Hardness

8-12 dKH

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